Atty. James Clark Clerkin

Atty. James Clark Clerkin

James Clark Clerkin is a lawyer practicing asbestos litigation, toxic torts, toxic tort defense and 15 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Fordham University, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Mahwah Mahwah 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About James Clark Clerkin at a glance

James Clark Clerkin is an Of Counsel based in Mahwah, New Jersey. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, construction, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in New York (1982), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1982), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1982), and U.S. Supreme Court (1986). Educated at Fordham Law School J.D. (—) and Fordham University B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State Bar Association. Serands clients in Mahwah, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Clark Clerkin is a lawyer practicing asbestos litigation, toxic torts, toxic tort defense and 15 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Fordham University, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices in Mahwah, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

James Clark Clerkin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Clark Clerkin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

James Clark Clerkin is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New Jersey →

Construction Law

James Clark Clerkin is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in New Jersey →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

James Clark Clerkin is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in New Jersey →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Mahwah are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Clark Clerkin

Where is James Clark Clerkin's law office located?
James Clark Clerkin's law practice is located in Mahwah, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Clark Clerkin handle?
James Clark Clerkin focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, construction, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has James Clark Clerkin practiced law?
James Clark Clerkin has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James Clark Clerkin go to law school?
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How can I contact James Clark Clerkin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Clark Clerkin received?
James Clark Clerkin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Fordham Law School J.D.
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Fordham University B.A.
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986

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